Königsburg, Medieval castle ruins in Oberharz am Brocken, Germany.
The stone remains of Königsburg stand at 460 meters above sea level, overlooking the meeting point of Warme Bode and Kalte Bode rivers.
Bishop Albrecht von Halberstadt acquired the castle from Heinrich von Botvelde in 1312, marking its first documented mention as castrum Königshof.
Archaeological excavations between 1898 and 1901 revealed medieval artifacts that contributed to understanding regional construction techniques from the 13th century.
The ruins form checkpoint number 41 in the Harzer Wandernadel hiking system, offering views toward Wurmberg and Brocken mountains.
Foundation walls of the central palace and inner castle sections remain visible among forest grounds, alongside remnants of the bergfried tower.
Location: Oberharz am Brocken
Inception: 1312
GPS coordinates: 51.74170,10.76720
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:00
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